Working and learning online during a pandemic

Continuing education during uncertainty

More than 300 million students worldwide are having their education disrupted by the spread of Coronavirus. Schools and universities haven’t faced this level of disruption in generations, but unlike any time in the past, we have the ability to continue education even when schools close.

Learners, teachers and families are at the heart of everything Pearson does and we are committed to helping everyone have positive learning experiences, whether online or in school.

In this uncertain environment, it’s important that learning continues, even if it can’t happen in person. That’s why we’re providing access to expert faculty, best practices, and other online learning resources for people who are studying, teaching or working remotely. We’ll be updating this site regularly with even more helpful resources.

Easily find the most recent updates by looking for the ★ in the links below.

Introducing … Unwritten

A live webinar series featuring author and student perspectives on the pandemic

Higher education resources

Colleges and universities across the world are getting creative with online options to keep students safe and healthy at home. There’s help and information for faculty and students who may be new to virtual teaching and learning.

For administrators

K-12 resources

While online learning isn’t new for many digitally savvy teachers and students, it takes some adjustment when it suddenly turns into a full time way to teach and learn. We have information to help you make the transition.

Work from home resources

A big part of keeping people healthy involves minimizing contact at work and during the commute, which for many office workers, could mean teleworking. Remote work can be a real challenge, especially if multiple members of the same family are all trying to work and study together. Navigate through virtual work.

Find out how people are coping with COVID-19

Pearson is listening to learners, workers and their families during this time of unprecedented change. In a series of public opinion research, we dive into what is top of mind for these groups when it comes to the future of education and work.

The ups & downs: Schooling during a pandemic

Parents are making the best of sudden upheaval and are embracing the COVID-era education experience with their K-12 students. See our Pearson and Connections Academy Parent Pulse Report.

Global learner pulse report: Wave II

While most agree closing schools and offices was the right thing to do, there is a growing concern about a drop off in learning and the effectiveness of working from home. See our Global Learner Pulse Survey: Wave II, which gauges the opinions of learners and workers in the US and UK.

Connect with Pearson resources worldwide

Countries across the globe are addressing this educational disruption in their own unique ways. Our experts across international markets are here to provide relevant, region-specific guidance on online learning and teaching.